Telecom Field Lineman: Fiber & Cable Installations

Uniti; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Uniti is hiring a line worker for its Kinetic construction and engineering team in Ohio. You will install, repair, and maintain poles, cables, and conduits, including aerial and underground work, with emphasis on safety and adherence to DOT guidelines.

This role requires working weekends and overtime, with travel up to 50%. You will operate heavy equipment, perform digging and trenching, and read blueprints and staking sheets to ensure proper line placement and performance.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate construction equipment to complete installations (digger derricks, bucket trucks, backhoes, trenchers, cable plows).
• Pole climbing certification is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass DOT pre-hire.
• CDL may be required post-hire.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain poles, cables, and conduits.
• Install aerial cables (fiber and copper) and inspect lines for faults.
• Set up service for customers by connecting and testing equipment.
• Work at heights using bucket trucks or climbing.
• Read design engineers’ instructions and follow safety procedures.
• Follow safety standards and participate in safety meetings.

Skills

Equipment operation

Pole climbing certification

Lifting 75 lbs

On-call schedule

Driver's license

DOT pre-hire

CDL after hire

Travel up to 50%

Tools

Digger Derrick

Bucket trucks

Backhoe

Trenchers

Cable plows

Job description

Uniti is hiring a line worker for its Kinetic construction and engineering team in Ohio. You will install, repair, and maintain poles, cables, and conduits, including aerial and underground work, with emphasis on safety and adherence to DOT guidelines.

This role requires working weekends and overtime, with travel up to 50%. You will operate heavy equipment, perform digging and trenching, and read blueprints and staking sheets to ensure proper line placement and performance.